Vanlyfe

ground score productions · Ages 13+ · 90 mins · United States of America

Content Warning world premiere
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Review by LISA BEEBE

June 29, 2024 certified reviewer
tagged as: ensemble · hopeful · interactive · timely · Authentic · powerful

What I liked

Vanlyfe is a powerful reminder that homelessness isn’t a personality trait. These characters manage to be smart, funny, and supportive while facing all sorts of challenges. The story feels depressingly real, but it’s told in a lively, interactive way that left me feeling a (tiny) bit hopeful.

What I didn't like

I was really impressed with the whole production. I loved that it was set outdoors in Hollywood, with helicopters overhead and cars with loud stereos driving by. The parking lot setting added a layer of authenticity to the story.

My overall impression

I’ve never been unhoused, but I found these characters very relatable, which made the story even more heartwrenching.

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